We are devastated to learn of the death of Alexander McQueen, one of the greatest talents of his generation. He brought a uniquely British sense of daring and aesthetic fearlessness to the global stage of fashion. In such a short career, Alexander McQueen's influence was astonishing - from street style, to music culture and the world's museums. His passing marks an insurmountable loss.

Gisele Bundchen, along w Kate Moss, is a phenomenon. I wish models knew they have to have a personality

I saw young women in the street dressing in a way that I thought was influencing the designers. Fashion was being influenced by all sorts of different people, and culture and also across the street. So I saw more as a trickle up, than a trickle down influence. When I came to Vogue, that's what I wanted it to reflect.

I don't think of myself as a powerful person.

It's possible in today's world to be instantly famous, whether it's through Instagram or whatever platform it may be, but it's a very different matter to be successful financially and in the long-term

You can’t really worry too much…about what the competition is doing or what other people in your field are doing. It has to be a true vision.

I surround myself with a talented group of people that are opinionated and interesting. I try to remain very open to what others have to say.